Jerod Mayo and Brian Callahan are facing the typical hurdles of first-year NFL coaches, trying to balance immediate wins with developing young quarterbacks. Both the New England Patriots and Tennessee Titans are struggling at the bottom of the standings, leading to fan frustration over potential tanking for better draft picks.

Callahan emphasizes the importance of striving for victory each week, despite the Titans' poor record. The Patriots recently ended a losing streak, aided by veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett, while the Titans have seen improvement in their offensive line's protection. Special teams and turnovers remain critical challenges for both teams as they prepare for their upcoming matchup.